In a previous post I discussed my new minimalist, barefoot shoes. I haven't exactly been using them as I planned on yet, as far as doing drills and short runs, but I have been wearing them to work for 8-10 hours a day. For all those who went to graduate school with me, I realize this may not exactly exude professional dress. However, I think it promotes an active lifestyle and fits okay in the sports medicine gym setting.
I would have thought that walking "barefoot" for 8-10 hours a day would make my feet sore. Quit the contrary, I feel great walking around all day with less foot, leg, and back soreness. Maybe I am learning how to use the muscles in my feet better to dissipate forces and stand with better posture; that is the theory, I think.
With my recent runs I have had an easier time with midfoot/forefoot strides. This type of running form makes me feel like I glide across the ground more easily with each step. My times during training runs have been the best I have ever done. Hopefully this is a good omen for the Beach2Battleship half-ironman.
I will keep you posted on the continued use of barefoot shoes.
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